S3E24: Resilient Cyber w/Chuck Brooks

Cybersecurity, Personal Branding & Zero Trust

In this episode of Resilient Cyber, hosts Chris Hughes and Dr. Nikki Robinson welcome Chuck Brooks, a renowned cybersecurity expert, professor, and Forbes contributor. Chuck shares insights from his extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and personal branding, offering a unique perspective on building a career and navigating the evolving cyber landscape.

🔑 Key Highlights:

  • Cybersecurity Threat Landscape: Chuck discusses top cyber topics, including botnets, 5G, AI, and the emerging quantum threat, shedding light on what businesses should focus on.

  • Public-Private-Academic Partnerships: The importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and government in addressing cybersecurity challenges, especially in emerging technologies like quantum computing and AI.

  • Zero Trust & Risk Management: Chuck explains the growing importance of zero trust principles in both government and private sectors, emphasizing the need for organizations to adopt stronger cybersecurity strategies.

  • Personal Branding in Cyber: Chuck shares how he built his personal brand on LinkedIn, attracting nearly 100,000 followers, and provides tips for cybersecurity professionals looking to establish their own digital presence.

  • Cyber Resilience: Chuck offers practical advice for building resilience against cyber threats, from multi-factor authentication to preparing for inevitable attacks like ransomware.